The Football Association of Wales (FAW) has unveiled an ambitious 10-year strategic plan, 'Llunio Cymru', aiming to elevate Welsh football on the global stage. The plan sets targets for increased participation, improved facilities, and enhanced performance, including a goal for the men's national team to reach the top 20 in FIFA rankings by 2036. A key objective is ensuring quality football facilities within 15 minutes of every community, with a target of 100 new or upgraded pitches by 2030.
Chief Executive Noel Mooney emphasizes the need for greater government support, stating the association requires significant investment to achieve its goals. The FAW aims to increase registered players to 160,000, doubling the number of women and girls to 40,000. The plan also focuses on improving coaching, refereeing, and attendance, while prioritizing projects in deprived communities.
Despite recent successes, including qualification for major tournaments, Mooney highlights the substantial funding required, estimated at £150m for facility development, and calls for increased capital expenditure from the Welsh government.
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